Schedule An Appointment With A Business Consultant

Don’t waste time standing in line, schedule an appointment to see a business consultant at the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP).

In an effort to better serve Chicago’s business community, appointments can be made in advance to address your business needs and reduce potential wait times. We have business consultants who can assist you with most of your business needs in several languages. BACP’s Business Assistance Center is located at City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle Street – Room 800 and is open Monday – Friday from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.

As of Tuesday, March 4, 2008, a pre-scheduled appointment is required for any liquor or amusement license applications.

BACP’s business consultants can assist you with:

Business Start-Up Information Business Licensing Resolving violations and citations issued to your business City Permits City Service, Programs and Resources

Schedule an Appointment today:

Contact 312.74.GOBIZ / 312.744.6249. One of our customer service representatives will coordinate a date and time that is best for you. Request an appointment online. Your appointment will be confirmed via email within one (1) business day from receipt of the original request.

Appointment Cancellations:In the event that you must cancel your scheduled appointment, kindly provide us with a 24-hour notice so we may accommodate other business owners.